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In Funny Weather: Art in an Emergency, Olivia Laing investigates how artists engage with and respond to the pressing crises of our age. Drawing on examples from visual art, literature, film, and performance, Laing explores the ways in which creative practitioners confront issues including climate catastrophe, political turmoil, and social injustice.
This thoughtful collection of essays challenges conventional notions of art’s role in society, demonstrating how creativity can serve as both a form of resistance and a means of imagining alternative futures. Laing’s accessible and erudite writing style makes complex ideas about art and activism resonant for general readers while offering deeper insights for those already engaged with contemporary art discourse.
Whether examining installations, paintings, or performances, Laing reveals how artists worldwide are using their work to address emergency and build towards transformation, making this collection essential reading for anyone interested in art’s capacity to effect meaningful change.
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